The Future of Work is Diverse, Inclusive, Just and Equitable
GlobalMindED closes the equity gap by creating a capable, diverse talent pipeline through connections to role models, mentors, internships for low-income students, returning adults, First Gen to college and inclusive leaders who teach them, work with them and hire them.
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Congratulations to GlobalMindED’s 2023 Inclusive Leader Award Winner for Banking & Finance: Hassan Salem
From the Gulf Region to the Executive Ranks of US Bank, Inclusive Leader Hassan Salem creates a world of opportunity.
New to the U.S.
Hassan arrived at the Chicago O’Hare International Airport in 1986. A recent graduate of high school, just 16 years old, Hassan left his home and family in Dubai to come to the U.S. for the opportunity to get an education at the University of Arizona. As he entered the airport terminal, he was overwhelmed by the sheer number of gates, planes, people, and restaurants that he could see and hear during his first few minutes in the States. He stopped to take in the enormity of the experience and the massive cultural differences that surrounded him. During this moment, he thought about his father’s words before he left Dubai, “You’re going someplace you’ve never been before. Know that you come from a special place and that you’re representing your people and entire nation to a new country.”
ESL and building community through sports
When Hassan arrived in Tucson, he set out to tackle English as part of the robust language
program the university designed for international students. Hassan got to know his ESL
classmates who were also challenged with fitting in and managing their college-level courses in English. He built great friendships with these scholars from around the world, but knew he had to go beyond the comfort of that group and become more familiar with the larger student body.
He quickly learned that there were people on campus who weren’t open to getting to know him, someone from an Arab country who was still learning English. However, Hassan persevered and expanded his community by joining recreational volleyball and soccer teams. He made new friends and learned more about the nuances of life in America through these sports connections. Over time, he increased his understanding of the culture from his exposure to this growing network of friends. As he gained confidence by taking risks and extending himself into new social groups, he continued to take on bigger challenges.
Seeking new experiences
After graduating, Hassan made the decision to stay in the U.S. He took his first job as a bank
teller in Denver at a branch on 14th and Carr Streets. With his degree in economics, he thought he might enter the workforce through a management training program, but these programs were few and far between at the time. Hassan explains, “The economy was tough. I could have talked myself out of the teller job, but I didn’t. I saw it as an opportunity to enter the banking world.” He told himself, “Do things the right way, work hard, and excel; there’s more to come.”
During Hassan’s 12 months as a teller, he found that curiosity helped him land his next career opportunity. Hassan saw the small-business bankers at the branch meeting with customers to discuss their business needs. Intrigued, he asked his colleagues many questions to help him build his knowledge of banking. Eventually, seeing his genuine interest and eagerness to learn, the small business team offered him a role as an entry-level credit analyst.
As Hassan took on new assignments, he kept in mind wanting to become known as someone that others could count on. He took risks, such as volunteering for assignments that were entirely new to him and asking questions whenever he didn’t know something.
Community engagement
Outside of work, he began participating in many charitable organizations, sitting on not-for-profit boards and attending volunteer and fundraising events, often several times a month. He became involved with the Rotary Club in 1994, and his community involvement continues at an intense pace today, nearly 30 years later.
“I believe in doing the right thing and paying it forward,” said Hassan. “I couldn’t be happier to be part of an organization that shares my values. U.S. Bank has been recognized as one of the world’s most ethical companies by Ethisphere Institute every year for nearly a decade. Our community programs give employees opportunities to volunteer and join not-for-profit boards.”
Hassan recognizes that everyone has to find their own formula for success but encourages first-gen college students to be intentional about building community to support their growth and well-being, and to develop clarity about their values and how they want to approach their work. Hassan explains, “I encourage students to ask themselves ‘What’s meaningful to me about this work? How do I want people to think about me as a person and a professional?’ and let the answers help guide their studies and careers.”
Today, Hassan Salem leads Commercial Banking at U.S. Bank, the division responsible for
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Thursday, June 8 Global Work Skills Topics and Speakers: |
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Friday, June 9 Global Work Skills Topics and Speakers: |
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Join us in Denver June 7-9 for the Inclusive Leader Awards and GlobalMindED Conference 2023 |
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This unique event builds the bridge for students of all ages from education to employment and promotion pathways. If you are an educational leader or faculty, you can attend and also bring one or more students with you.
See the K-12, Higher Education, STEAM, Health, Global Work Skills, and Foundations & Funders tracks below.
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For more on the conference experience, watch this brief video by The PhD Project from the 2022 Conference
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Celebrate the 2023 GlobalMindED Inclusive Leader Award Winners With Us!
Wednesday June 7, Reception at 5:00 pm, Dinner and Awards at 7:00 pm to open the 2023 GlobalMindED Conference. Bring your co-workers, team, students, or friends as we honor these incredible leaders in 15 sectors - listed below. Corporate Sponsorship options begin at $5,000 a table and $250 for individuals. GlobalMindED conference registrants can attend the dinner for an additional $100.
You can use the QR codes below or register here for the dinner and the conference June 8-9
We will recognize the most inclusive leaders for their innovations and bold actions to promote access and equity for women, people of color, and underrepresented populations in their recruiting, development, in senior management, on their boards, and in their pipeline strategies from education to employment. It will be an evening to remember!
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We are delighted to announce the Inclusive Leader Award Winners:
Early Childhood Education:
Miriam Calderon, Chief Policy Officer, ZERO TO THREE
K-12 Education:
Dr. David Miyashiro, Superintendent, Cajon Valley Union School District
Higher Education:
Carrie Billy, President & CEO, American Indian Higher Education Consortium
Government:
Afua Bruce, Founder & Principal, ANB Advisory Group
Health & Wellness:
Dr. Elena Rios, President and CEO, National Hispanic Medical Association
Banking & Finance:
Hassan Salem, Head of Commercial Banking, U.S. Bank
Energy & Sustainability:
Mary Nichols, Professor in Residence, UCLA Institute of the Environment
Space & Aerospace:
Greg Robinson, Webb Space Telescope Program Director, NASA
Technology:
Michael Campbell, General Manager, EdTech Innovation & Transformation, Intel
Entrepreneurship:
Diego Mariscal, CEO and Chief Disabled Person, 2Gether-International
Media & Arts:
Mario Carrera, President & CEO, CLLARO
Foundations & Funders:
Nasruddin Rupani, Chairman, Ibn Sina Foundation, RUPANI Foundation
Non-Profit:
Kimberly Bryant, Founder, Black Girls CODE
Leadership & Equity:
Guillermo Diaz Jr., Founder & CEO, Conectado Inc
Global Impact:
Rosanna Durruthy, VP, Global Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging, LinkedIn
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Inclusive Companies Prioritize Diverse Talent: Register for the Industry Marketplace/Career Exploration Arena June 9, 2023 at GlobalMindED
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Join us for a Premier Screening of "Beyond Their Years" at GlobalMindED Thursday evening, June 8, 2023! |
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Herb Carnegie and Buck O’Neil, two social justice icons that blazed a trail in sport and changed the world.
Herb Carnegie (Hockey) and Buck O’Neil (Baseball) were trailblazers but were nonetheless
excluded from playing in the highest professional leagues of the sports they loved because of their race. Instead of becoming angry and bitter, they channeled the injustice they both experienced into pioneering work that made their respective sports, and the world, more inclusive.
“Beyond Their Years” captures the effort put forth by amazing allies of all races who worked in unison towards the long overdue recognition of these two remarkable lives. The film will tie together their legacies and what they mean today in a verité style feature that teaches, heals and humanizes.
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If you missed STEM Stars: Stellar Success Stories
STEM students need to see themselves in the leaders they can become. Dr. Ryan Ross interviews leaders who are role models for the emerging talent pipeline of STEM students who will lead our nation and our world.
You can meet many of these leaders at the conference June 7-9 in Denver.
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STEM Stars: Stellar Success Stories, a Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable presentation Click HERE to view
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Dr. Ryan Ross; Assoc. V. Chancellor Student Affairs, Equity, & Inclusion, Colorado Community College System
Praveen Mamnani, Co-Founder and CEO, Ninja Focus
Tommie Pittman, Founder and CEO, Global Diversified Biosystems
Trina Jefferson, Systems Engineer Sr, Lockheed Martin Missiles & Space
Natasha Herring, Senior Client Success Manager, EnergyHub
Patty Beach, Chief Executive Officer, LeadershipSmarts
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Female College Presidents: Breaking Barriers in Higher Education, a Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable presentation Click HERE to view
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Dr. Ryan Ross; Assoc. V. Chancellor Student Affairs, Equity, & Inclusion, Colorado Community College System
with:
Dr. Colleen Simpson, President
Front Range Community College
Dr. Cynthia Lindquist, President
Cankdeska Cikana Community College
Dr. Rochelle Ford, President
Dillard University
Sandra J. Doran, JD, President
Bay Path University
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